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SL54 VRV

2004 Mercedes-benz Slk

Black Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

51,111 mi
Last recorded51,111 miles
Recorded on15 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk57,472 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL54 VRV
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelSlk
Year2004
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Jun 2017 51,111 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded nearside and offside rear at brake hoses (3.6.B.2c)

Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Oct 2015 50,429 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 50,429 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint camber arm (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 46,206 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 46,206 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 41,599 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2013 41,599 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Dec 2012 37,824 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2011 32,257 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2011 32,257 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Dec 2010 27,659 miles

cannot see base of rear coil springs

rear tyres starting to perish

sills and underside covered with plastic covers

Pass 18 Dec 2009 23,725 miles

all four tyres starting to perish around sidewalls

unable to fully check underside due to plastic covers

Pass 12 Dec 2008 18,635 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2007 14,311 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Slk?

Based on 1,335,553 MOT tests across 81,472 vehicles.

80.0%
Pass Rate
3,226
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
81,472
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 28,060
coil spring broken 11,334
Stop lamp not working 8,797
Brake pipe excessively corroded 8,610
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 8,088
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SL54 VRV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk in Black with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.0% with a typical mileage of 57,472 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Slk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 28,060 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SL54 VRV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Slk typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 22 years old, this Mercedes-benz Slk is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SL54 VRV registered?

SL54 VRV is a 2004 Mercedes-benz Slk, first registered on 23 December 2004.

Is SL54 VRV safe to buy?

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